toughtime
nounUK /tʌf taɪm/
US /tʌf taɪm/
A tough time is a hard or sad time when things are not easy.
She had a tough time learning to ride her bike, but she kept trying.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A period of hard work or effort.
The team had a tough time finishing the project on time.
3. A moment when someone feels sad or upset.
He had a tough time after his best friend moved away.
4. A difficult situation that tests your strength.
Moving to a new school was a tough time for her at first.